Tekkalakota

Tekkalakote also spelled as Tekkalakota is a panchayat town in Bellary district in the Indian state of Karnataka.DemographicsIndia census, Tekkalakote had a population of 23,578. Males constitute 50% of the population and females 50%. Tekkalakote has an average literacy rate of 30%, lower than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 41%, and female literacy is 20%. In Tekkalakote, 18% of the population is under 6 years of age. It is an upcoming village now percentage of literacy has increased.Main crop is Paddy,Cotton.ImportanceTekkalakote is famous for the ancient square-shaped fort and Tekkalakote hill is one of the pre-historic sites in India. Various relics dating to pre-historic era have been found here. Tekkalakote is famous for the minor edict of the emperor Ashoka found in the village.TransportTekkalakote is north to Bellary and south to Siruguppa town. Tekkalakote lies on Karnataka State highway 19. Tekkalakote is well connected by road to Bangalore, Gulbarga, Hyderabad and other major cities. The nearest airport is in major airport is in Hyderabad and other is under construction near Bellary city.Long-distance bus routesKarnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) runs a bus service to other cities and villages. There are also various private bus services.